Apr 21, 2009 the art of al williamson by james van hise was a treat back in the days before everyone had an art of book out. Al williamson al williamson used books, rare books and new books. Al williamson iis a highly regarded illustrator for his comic book genre art for science fiction, fantasy, and adventure with ec comics plus titles like creepy, eerie. Its a rare glimpse into the creative process of one of the most gifted artists comic book fiction ever saw. Flash gordon the ice monster by williamson, al and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. See more ideas about art, comic art and comic book artists. I have been an artist all my life, studied art and incorporated art into my very existence. Alfonso williamson march 21, 1931 june 12, 2010 was an american cartoonist, comic book artist and illustrator specializing in adventure, western and. His art was a seamless combination of the finest in earliest 20th century illustration and classic comic art. Complete original art by al williamson art and archie goodwin script from flash gordon published by king features, march agent the key to power page 1 flash gordon in brian pecks in memory of al williamson comic art gallery room the bristol board. He also ventured into professional sports, owning the birmingham barracudas of the canadian football league cfl and the tampa bay lightning of the. In 1952 williamson began working at ec comics on their weird science and weird fantasy. Jun 12, 2010 al williamson was an american cartoonist, comic book artist and illustrator specializing in adventure, western and sciencefictionfantasy. Drawing from the tradition of the heyday of book, advertising, and comicstrip illustration, williamson brought a command of craft and dynamics rarely seen, before or since, to a field that had largely valued speed over skill.
See more ideas about comic art, flash gordon and comic book artists. Each page is shot from williamson s original artwork, meaning the pages of the book actually reflect the art boards, scribbles, notes and all. For fifty years, al williamson has epitomized artistic integrity. And i know that everyone else in the art field who does a conscientious job works at it. The art of al williamson, 1983 first published in 1983, this was the first major book on the artists work and career. The art of al williamson by james van hise was a treat back in the days before everyone had an art of book out. Accompanying the sketches are interviews with al, and folks who worked with al during his career, giving a historical perspective to al s time in comics. Art of al williamson sc 1983 blue dolphin comic books.
Al williamson stands in rarified air, among the titans of the development of comics as an art form. Inspire a love of reading with prime book box for kids discover delightful childrens books with prime book box, a subscription that delivers new books every 1. The first al williamson artists edition, and star wars to boot. The next book to get would be the al williamson reader, andor hidden lands, tho hidden lands reprints some ec work that is.
He worked on the star wars daily comic strips, as well as the comicbook adaptations for the empire strikes back and return of the jedi published by marvel comics. Star wars al williamson rare luke skywalker signed. This is a geek gift to be promised over the holiday season since it will not be released until april but its one gorgeous gift for any star wars or al williams. His much beloved work in the mid60s on king features flash gordon comic book series garnered him a best comic book cartoonist award from the prestigious. At 256 pages, it encompasses williamson s three stints of depicting flash in comic book format. Al williamsons drawings are impressively detailed, from the ocean setting on the first panel to the decorative fish and flora below.
The book does have one quirk, in that the interviews are typeset in the margins of the pages alongside the art. Al williamson comic artist the most popular comic art by al. Dc collectibles is a toy and memorabilia channel for adults, teens and children all ages, really who. The book is in album size, on nice white thick paper, and runs on for 144 pages, which was quite a lot back in those days. Al williamson sketchbook by al williamson goodreads. Art and illustration comic books art book art comic kunst frank frazetta ligne claire bd comics pulp art fantastic art. Mar 03, 2011 the art of al williamson, 1983 first published in 1983, this was the first major book on the artists work and career. Interview with al williamson in this book indicates that crandall did some of the penciling.
Alfonso williamson march 21, 1931 june 12, 2010 was an american cartoonist, comic book artist and illustrator specializing in adventure, western and science fictionfantasy born in new york city, he spent much of his early childhood in bogota, colombia before moving back to the united states at the age of 12. Williamsons early work has been part of best of ec volumes 1 and 2, but this is much later career material. I hope the burroughs fans like my work, if they ever get to see any besides in erbdom. The art of al williamson is a wonderful little collection of interviews and artwork that was put together by james van hise back in 1983. Here is my star wars al williamson signed lithograph from 1996 that used comic book art. Will include dust jacket if it originally came with one. Secret agent corrigan comic strip for 10 years, and more. Williamson was inducted into the will eisner comic book hall of fame in 2000. Comic book artists comic artist comic books art flash gordon cartoon drawings cartoon art ligne claire bd comics manga illustration. That kind of makes it a x9corrigan territory and a few other things i cant think of right now.
In 1952 williamson began working at ec comics on their weird science and weird fantasy titles. Spent a wonderful late winter day enjoying some warmer temperatures and reading flash gordon, specifically those issues of the comic boo. Thought i would post just some of the great stuff that you can find in this book as a way of generating interest in this great artist and this fantastic publication. If youre a fan of al williamson, and what comic book art fan isnt, then this is definitely a book that you should consider.
Al williamson was one of the few grand masters of comic art. Allinall an excellent, affordable source of scarce al williamson art. Flash gordon silver age science fiction comic book cover art by al williamson norway edition of flash gordon lyn gordon written by archie goodwin with al williamson art. Al williamson was an american cartoonist, comic book artist and illustrator specializing in adventure, western and sciencefictionfantasy.
This space opera became one of king features syndicates most popular features, and raymonds illustrative art was to have a strong. Jul 25, 2016 the first al williamson artists edition, and star wars to boot. Al williamson sketches, prelims, flash gordon stuff. See more ideas about art, comic art and comic books art. Al williamson author of 50 girls 50 and other stories. In the 1960s he worked on the moderately successful line of comic magazines published by. The next book to get would be the al williamson reader, andor hidden lands, tho hidden lands reprints some ec work that is available elsewhere. Powered by ebay turbo lister the free listing tool. Flash gordon by al williamson comic art, comic books art. The book credits only williamson with the art, but visual evidence in faces and figures suggests. Get the best deal by comparing prices from over 100,000 booksellers. Developing an elegantly illustrative cartooning style, he first came to prominence with the highly influential ec comics line of the 1950s.
At 256 pages, it encompasses williamsons three stints of depicting flash in comic book format. Ivan reis original sketch art dc comics aquaman fo. Al williamson comic artist the most popular comic art. Also open to pages with landscapestowns as the focus, his gentleman skeleton drawings etc. The art of al williamson is a mustown for fans of the great illustrator. Al williamson was born in manhattan, new york city, new york, one of two children of sally and alfonso williamson, who was of scottish descent and a. He worked on the star wars daily comic strips, as well as the comic book adaptations for the empire strikes back and return of the jedi published by marvel comics. Get the jump on new items at anthonys comic book art. Art of al williamson by jams van hise mint condition. Roy krenkel inks most of the pages, adding a looseness that still maintains the original intent of the pencils. Al williamson s drawings are impressively detailed, from the ocean setting on the first panel to the decorative fish and flora below. This is a great book to start with if you are an al williamson fan, or someone who is just now discovering the work of this wonderful artist. The honorees so far have been johnny craig, jack davis, al feldstein, harvey kurtzman, al williamson and wally wood, all members of the comic book hall of fame.
Jun 20, 2019 so this book is about al williamson, the artist most famous for his ec science fiction comics of the 50s, and later for his agent corrigan and star wars newspaper strips. Williamsons professional credits are both legion and legendary. In his youth, williamson developed an interest in comic strips, particularly. Al williamson strip art contest cgc comic book collectors. List your items fast and easy and manage your active items. Thought i would post just some of the great stuff that you can find in this book as a way of generating interest. Comic book artists comic books art flash gordon comic geof darrow sience fiction ec comics western comics cinema animation.
So this book is about al williamson, the artist most famous for his ec science fiction comics of the 50s, and later for his agent corrigan and star wars newspaper strips. Ive been waiting 30 years to find an art dealer as good to work with as you are anthony,thanks a lot. Please practice handwashing and social distancing, and check out our resources for adapting to these times. We have star wars issues 3944, the empire strikes back movie adaptation, plus star wars 98, and a gallery of pages from star wars 50, star wars. Lot of original johnny hart and brant parker signe. Al williamsons career is crammed full of amazing accomplishments. Discover delightful childrens books with prime book box, a subscription that. Al produced lots of great stripartwork, which i think youre meaning newspaperstrip art. There is also al williamson adventures with some really great later work by al, but the stories tend to be dark in that collection.
Hellboy art does not need to feature or include hellboy. Selfportrait of al williamson artwork taken from cover art. Contrary to implications from the cover illustration, this book primarily contains western and horror stories, with only one story containing any classic williamson scififantasy elements. Arlene and i than you very much for asking us to contribute this article and hope that you find it of interest. It is an art folio by one of fantasies master illustrators. A lifelong vision of the heroic, collects all the major works of the artist featuring the character. The art of al williamson by van hise, james and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. Krenkel, colors by marie severin, and a script from jack oleck. Al williamson comic artist the most popular comic art by. Many are full page, or half page, and thankfully, there arent any doodles. Anthonys comic book art original comic art al williamson.
Even today, with a lot of comic and fantasy artists having retrospective and omnibus collections out, this book still stands up and is worth the prices people ask for it on the secondary market. That was in the sunday funnies in a page drawn by alex raymond and written anonymously by former pulpfiction editor don moore. In addition to a lengthy interview with williamson, author james van hise also talks with many of his creative collaborators. Through the use of fabric, quilting, thread, beads and paints, i layer my vision into an artistic conception of fiber art. Williamson began working on marvels comic book versions of. You can find sci fi movies and more on our website. Original comic art titled flash gordon by al williamson, located in discos. Art by al williamson comic book artists, comic artist, comic books.
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